Gary Anderson claims that his previous defeat to Luke Littler at the Grand Slam of Darts inspired him as he eyes a scalp at the World Darts Championship. The 17-year-old beat the Scot, who is 37 years his senior, earlier this year after coming from behind to win. But AndersonContinue Reading
The Carabao Cup offers up the first opportunity to bank major silverware in 2024/25, and all remaining teams in the competition will be eager to bolster their trophy cabinets. Newcastle United, who beat Brentford last night, will be particularly keen to discover their route to a Wembley final in March,Continue Reading
The Chelsea vs Shamrock Rovers Europa Conference League tie was delayed after toilet roll was hurled at Christopher Nkunku. The game was just six minutes old at Stamford Bridge when the Blues won a corner on the left-hand side. Nkunku readied himself to cross in front of the away fans,Continue Reading
The BBC’s three presenters lined up for Match of the Day could receive a lower combined salary than what Gary Lineker was paid. Lineker announced in November that he is leaving the BBC’s iconic football highlights show after an illustrious 25-year spell at the end of the 2024/25 Premier LeagueContinue Reading
The January transfer window is almost upon us and Premier League clubs are making their final preparations ahead of a busy month of deals. The first half of the 2024-25 season has emphasised the need for many teams to improve their squads. Not many fans would have predicted the underperformanceContinue Reading
Gary Lineker‘s final game as a BBC presenter has reportedly been confirmed by senior figures at the broadcaster. Last month it emerged that Lineker and the BBC had agreed to part ways. As part of that agreement, the 64-year-old will continue spearheading Match of the Day for the remainder ofContinue Reading
Olympic icon Sir Chris Hoy has been offered the chance to present the Ballon d’Art trophy at Ally Pally in an emotional appearance after revealing his diagnosis with terminal prostate cancer. The six-time Olympic gold medal winner has been extended an invitation by Paddy Power and Prostate Cancer UK, aContinue Reading
Ronnie O’Sullivan may be denied £790,000 ($1million) before he has stepped up to the table due to the scheduling at the Riyadh Season Snooker Championship. The huge prize is on offer for the first player to score a maximum break of 167. Last year, the lucrative Saudi tournament added aContinue Reading
Matthew Selt furiously told a referee to “shut up” after a disappointing defeat in German Masters qualifying. The snooker star was left furious and could be heard crashing and banging off-camera. Selt and Latvian prospect Artemijs Zizins were playing a best-of-nine match in Sheffield to decide who would head toContinue Reading
Veteran darts player Peter Wright secured his spot in the third round of the World Championships by defeating Wesley Plaisier of the Netherlands, sealing the victory with a stunning 127 finish on the bullseye. Wright, who claimed his first world title at the age of 49 in 2020 and hisContinue Reading
